State of Michigan Communications Plan Project Name: Controlling State Agency: Prepared by: A. Timeliness: Describe how often and how quickly the project information will be needed by the stakeholders. Stakeholders (Monthly) Sponsor: (Monthly) Project Manager: (Weekly) Project Team: (BI-weekly) Procurement: (Monthly) Quality: (BI-weekly) Configuration Management: (Monthly) Date: Modification Date: B. Information Type: Describe how different types of information will be disseminated. (Voice, Electronic mail, Spreadsheet, Formal presentation.) C. Existing Systems: Discuss the communication systems already in place and how they will be leveraged on the project. Include any political environmental considerations. May 2000 Page 1 of 2 Appendix B / Communications Plan D. Length of Involvement: Describe how long individual stakeholders will continue to receive information on the project. E. Environmental Considerations: Study the political Environment, understand stakeholder requirements and other environmental considerations. F. Method for Updating the Communication Plan: Describe how and when the Communications Plan will be updated throughout the project. May 2000 Page 2 of 2 Appendix B / Communications Plan